Wordplay is a regular column by editor and language writer James Harbeck in which he tastes and plays with English words and usages. I’m drawing a blank. Here it is: Did you like it? I hope you didn’t blink and miss it. Do you object that there’s nothing to be seen? You should … Continue reading Wordplay: Drawing a blank
The Daily Grind: Toronto café Cabin Fever Collective
The Daily Grind is an ongoing mini-feature that highlights the best cafés in Toronto for freelance editors looking for a caffeine fix and a temporary office away from home. By Valerie Lam Conveniently located on Bloor Street between Keele and Dundas West subway stations, Cabin Fever Collective is an eclectic café that specializes in gourmet … Continue reading The Daily Grind: Toronto café Cabin Fever Collective
Q&A: Author Elizabeth Berg on the author/editor relationship
What do authors think about editors? What do authors think makes the difference between a good editor and a great editor? In March, BoldFace asked author Andrew J. Borkowski about his experience working with editors. This time we posed the same questions to Chicago-based, award-winning, New York Times bestselling author Elizabeth Berg, whose books have … Continue reading Q&A: Author Elizabeth Berg on the author/editor relationship
The Nitpicker’s Nook: April’s linguistic links roundup
The Nitpicker’s Nook is a monthly collection of language-related articles, interviews, and blog posts from around the Web. If you read something that would make a good addition, email your suggestion to [email protected]. By Emily Chau Freelancers: when will you start making money? Is freelancing full-time sustainable? This article explores specific factors that determine a freelancer’s … Continue reading The Nitpicker’s Nook: April’s linguistic links roundup
Six handy (and free!) mobile apps for editors
By Deepi Harish No matter what type of mobile device you have, there is a virtual app store you can get lost in: Windows Marketplace, Blackberry App World, Android Marketplace, and Google Play, to name a few; and, of course, the mother of them all, the Apple App Store. With over one million apps in … Continue reading Six handy (and free!) mobile apps for editors
Origin stories: What inspired you to become an editor?
Last month, many of you shared stories of the people and events that made you realize editing was undoubtedly the career for you. For some, it was the obvious choice after a lifetime of spelling bees and voracious reading. Others realized their calling after feeling unfulfilled in a completely different industry, and decided on a … Continue reading Origin stories: What inspired you to become an editor?
The Daily Grind: Toronto café Red Rocket Coffee
The Daily Grind is an ongoing mini-feature that highlights the best cafés in Toronto for freelance editors looking for a caffeine fix and a temporary office away from home. By Michelle Schriver As a freelancer, I enjoy the comforts of a home office. No harsh commercial lighting or erratic heating/cooling system stifles my productivity. But … Continue reading The Daily Grind: Toronto café Red Rocket Coffee
Punctuation styles on different sides of the border
By Samita Sarkar Some time ago, a client contacted me when her manuscript was sent back for revisions because she didn't use “American punctuation.” So what does that even mean? It may seem odd, but depending on the part of the world you reside in, you will not only face pronunciation and spelling differences, but … Continue reading Punctuation styles on different sides of the border
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